Pelynt

A substantial village between Looe and Fowey, with a handsome church and a strong sense of its own identity. Inland but close to the coast, with good connections to both. History: Pelynt (Cornish: Pluw Lynth) has a history stretching back to the early medieval period. The church of St Nun (mother of St David of Wales) is one of Cornwall's largest and finest, with a 108-foot tower that dominates the landscape. The church was largely rebuilt in the 15th century by wealthy wool merchants and local landowners. Inside are fine wagon roofs, carved bench ends, and a notable Norman font. Pelynt was a thriving market village in medieval and Tudor times, serving the surrounding agricultural hinterland. The village also had a small tanning and wool-processing industry. In the 19th century, Pelynt remained a solid farming community, avoiding the boom-and-bust cycle of the mining districts. The village has expanded in modern times but retains its historical core and its fine church, which continues to anchor the community.